I want to line 2 large indoor baskets, one holds logs, the other sticks - for our living room log burner. Its for practical rather than decorative reasons - stop bits of wood falling through the base/sides. The lining to be robust - not tear when logs chucked in or poked by sticks. Also not show the dirt. So far I've considered the following options:
Hessian/jute - cheap but would it be stick proof, or too stiff? Or look too rough?
Calico, strong enough? Cheap tends to be pale so dirt-prone.
Sail cloth/canvas - possibly most suitable but what I've seen is too expensive. DH's suggestion is to ask around for an old sail!
Cotton twill: medium price, best colour choice, but may tear.
I'll be buying online (probably Amazon or eBay) so have to factor in postage costs to Ireland and it means I won't be returning it if its not suitable!
Any thoughts please? What would you go for? I'm inclined to take a punt on the Hessian.